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  games 1908 Summer
  gold 1
  silver 1
  bronze 0
  total 2


South Africa competed at the ''' 1908 Summer Olympics ''' in London , England .


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Athletics

See Also: Athletics at the 1908 Summer Olympics



South Africa was one of 5 nations to win at least one Gold Medal in athletics, taking the gold medal in the short sprint. Reggie Walker was the 100 metres champion, setting a new Olympic record in the semifinals and matching it in the final. Charles Hefferon added a Silver Medal in the marathon.


Cycling

See Also: Cycling at the 1908 Summer Olympics




Fencing

See Also: Fencing at the 1908 Summer Olympics




Tennis

See Also: Tennis at the 1908 Summer Olympics




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